Rivera&#x27;s Heating and Air Conditioning

(375 reviews)

Great to work with. Replaced a very old gas water heater with a new 50 gallon Bradford White one…read more They brought everything up to code. Permitted with no issues. Pricing seemed reasonable.

Hotter Water Heaters responded to my request for quote immediately at like 11:30 pm on Thursday,…read morewith a very reasonable quote, and was able to fit me in on Friday (even though they were going on vacation that weekend)! Hakim arrived on time with his son and they were super helpful and friendly, and answered every question I had. They pointed out the issues with the previous installation and fixed these hacks. You can tell that Hakim really knows what he's doing! The water heater replacement job was completed quickly and professionally, and they cleaned up everything afterwards. He gave me the link to register the water heater for the warranty. Everything was easy and looks great. Highly recommend!

Harris Water Heaters

4.6

(348 reviews)

"Joseph was outstanding from start to finish. He was professional, knowledgeable, and took the time…read moreto clearly explain the issue and the best solution. He responded quickly, worked efficiently, and completed everything within the expected timeline without sacrificing quality. His expertise and attention to detail gave me complete confidence in the work he performed. If you're looking for a reliable plumber who gets the job done right, I highly recommend Joseph. A true 10 out of 10!".

Lee from Harris Water Heaters did an amazing job in San Diego, he arrived quickly, identified the…read moreproblem and solved it fast with no upselling. I'd definitely recommend him to any one in need of repair of their water heater.

Oakland Rooter & Plumbing

(1.6k reviews)

I called Oakland Rooter and Plumbing after our kitchen sink completely clogged up and I was given…read moremy choice of several time slots to have someone come by. The plumber, Gerardo, arrived on time and was was very thorough in cleaning out the pipes under the sink and getting the drain flowing again - he also gave me a few tips to help keep it cleaned out. I'm very happy with his work, and the cost was quite reasonable. I highly recommend Oakland Rooter and Plumbing to anyone who needs plumbing help!

These guys are great. Alberto was super knowledgeable and friendly, helped find the right parts to…read morefix the sink, and was fast and fair in his pricing. He also came that day and we talked about classic cars! This is the second time i've used Oakland Rooter and both times have been execllent. I recommend them bigtime! Thanks so much.

Water Heaters Masters

(846 reviews)

After getting a very high quote from a major plumbing chain, we decided to contact Water Heater…read moreMasters. We had an absolutely fantastic experience with Water Heater Masters. Alex sent our technician, Rojo, who helped install a new 40-gallon gas water heater in our indoor utility closet, and he was incredibly diligent, professional, and efficient from start to finish. Installing a tank in an inside closet can be tricky, but Rojo handled the entire job seamlessly in just 2 hours. He replaced everything with high-quality components, including: * New hot and cold water flex lines * A brand new water shut-off valve * A new gas flex line and sediment trap * Fully reworked earthquake straps (to meet California safety codes) * Properly updated T&P line and venting He also took care of the removal and disposal of our heavy 18 yr old tank, leaving the utility closet completely clean. If you want fair pricing, expert specialized service, and a technician who respects your time and home, call Water Heater Masters and ask for Rojo. Highly recommended!

We were replacing a gas water heater with a hybrid electric heat pump water heater. Generally, this…read moretype of heater costs twice as much (price and installation) as a traditional electric water heater, but costs a lot less to run (and therefore you recoup the additional cost in a few years from lower operating costs). I had a very easy experience getting an on-site quote. I received 3 quotes for this job. 2 quotes, including this one, came in around $7100. I went with a third one at around $6700 (which included an additional mixing valve) and am very happy with my decision. Overall price was not a big part of my decision, but brand of water heater was. After doing some research online, the most recommended brands are AO Smith and Rheem (GE). Both higher quotes were for Navien, which has only been making heat pump water heaters for 1 year, but I was told that it is the most reliable brand. I did not understand how this claim could be made, given how short the duration of evaluation for this product. Even the worst appliances usually work for at least a year. So I requested a quote for AO Smith or Rheem, which I did not get. I'm not sure why my brand request was not honored, but it made me question whether I should go with a company that either has communication issues or maybe some type of deal with Navien that I was not informed about. Many water heater installers are preferred installers of certain brands, which means they can get better pricing, etc. I did not want to be a guinea pig for Navien.

JC Green Plumbing

(321 reviews)

We used these guys for a second time, and they did not disappoint. Excellent service --…read moreaccommodating, responsive, and easy to work with. We recently added three new toilets, and they handled everything quickly and painlessly. The whole process was smooth from start to finish. These guys are a must-hire. Highly recommend!

Installed Moen emergency shuttoff. Quick replies, great customer service, straight forward pricing…read more Would recommend to anyone who wants professional work.

Accomplish Water Heater Service

(164 reviews)

Accomplish Water Heater Service is truly exceptional. Peni is a professional from start to finish…read more This is the first time I've encountered genuine, consistent professionalism in this trade, and it's a rare gem. Peni gave us a fair, transparent quote for our water‑heater project and took the time to listen to every concern. His explanations were clear, and his solutions were practical and straightforward. If you're a property manager, HOA, or homeowner, do yourself a favor and call Accomplish Water Heater Service for repairs or replacement. After speaking with Peni, you'll understand exactly why I recommend them so highly.

Our water heater gave out on Sunday. Beni and his son Jacob did a fantastic job replacing our water…read moreheater within 24 hours of contacting them. We highly recommend them. They also installed a recirculation system to warm up our water faster. Excellent work! Many thanks. Well done, guys!

Bay Area Water Heaters

(610 reviews)

They explained the whole process really well. Came out within an hour, gave me a time frame and was…read morefinished on time! Very fast and efficient!

Same day replacement, reasonable price, knowledgeable installer (Dave), high quality installation,…read morethorough testing before leaving site

Payless Water Heaters

4.5

(894 reviews)

We had our water heater completely replaced by them. The representative Tony was genuinely an…read moreamazing person who took the time to explain why our water heater failed. The price offered for a new one was so reasonable that we did not even bother waiting for our insurance to send someone. When we called Payless number on the heater (old one) they had Tony sent over within an hour for which we were really thankful. Tony's work itself was quick and he explained everything he was doing which helped us to understand the process. He also cleaned the place after he removed the old heater and before placing the new one. We would certainly recommend Payless Water Heaters to everyone for their promptness, affordable prices and excellent customer service provided by Tony.

We just had a water Heater replacement. This is the second time we've used this company…read more Just like the first time they are professionals. Courteous, on time and knowledgeable. We highly recommend.

Payless Water Heaters

4.6

(56 reviews)

Eduardo came to replace our dead hot water heater on Super Bowl Sunday. He was professional,…read moretimely, and did an excellent job - especially given he was stuck in our dark basement for hours when he could have been watching g the game. 10/10, would recommend to anyone who needs such service.

To the point, I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND Payless Water Heaters for anyone…read more When our water heater started leaking, I reached out through yelp and Payless Water Heaters messaged back first. After they came to the house to give us a free estimate on a replacement heater. Our old water heater was actually 25 years old. The technician was named Luis and he was very professional and gave us our options on what was needed. They gave us a few discounts including senior citizen discounts. Yesterday they came at around 8am and the job in roughly 3 hours.

Water Heaters Only

4.7

(789 reviews)

Hired Water Heaters Only to replace a water heater in Hayward. Often the truest test of a quality…read morebusiness is how they perform when things do not go well. In my case, I have quite a story of having to go five days without hot water because the unit I received was defective. The day after the install we found the tank had shut down. After a reset and restart done over the phone with the installer assisting, the unit failed again, a short time later. The next day which was a Saturday, another technician came out to swap out a heat sensor which appeared to be the problem. While changing out the part, the tech noticed that insulation near the assembly had burned, and ash was present. He vacuumed it out and restarted the unit. It made a horrible noise, and he spent a half an hour on the phone with the manufacturer tech support trying to diagnose the problem. The noise eventually went away and he finished the repair. Unfortunately the machine shut down again after we got one warm shower. I called on Sunday, and explained that I was no longer comfortable with the unit being in our house and I wanted a replacement, of a different maker. Without hesitation they agreed, and Monday morning, after acquiring a, more expensive model of a different make from a supplier, we got a replacement installed, at no additional cost. These problems are rare, and not the fault of the installer. I could not have asked for a more timely and considerate treatment as a valued customer of this business.

Lame would be an understatement. One guy came to replace a water heater. He was largely…read moreuncommunicative, staring at his iPad and tapping things for at least 20 minutes before telling me that he would have to make some calls to get someone else to help him. And then he dropped the bomb that it would cost over $7,000 to replace our 74 gallon water heater. I told him to leave and cancel the request. Don't waste your time with this company.

Atticare

4.4

(778 reviews)

Had Atticare out yesterday to service my ADU attic. This…read morewas not a very big job as far as square footage and I was not sure if I could find a company willing to do such a relatively small job. Chris came out early on a Saturday morning to meet me and inspect my attic. He provided a free estimate, according to my availability, not his which I greatly appreciated. When the crew came out they were on time and very professional and courteous. I would also like to add that it was A very hot day yet, they took their time and did not try to rush or take any short cuts. They sealed off everything in the work area and did a very thorough clean up after the work was done. I feel I was given a very fair estimate and even with my job being so small, they still spent most of the day onsite. If you suspect you have a rodent issue in your attic, I recommend Atticare.

Alfredo and team did a fantastic job cleaning and insulating our attic and crawlspace. They made…read moresure to leave no mess behind. Highly recommend them!

Alameda Oakland Electrical Services

(151 reviews)

I highly recommend Francisco and his team. He responded quickly, provided a quote on the spot, and…read morescheduled the work promptly. He came to install an outdoor outlet for my sprinkler system and noticed that another outdoor outlet had been installed incorrectly by a previous company. Without me even asking, he fixed it at no additional cost. What I appreciated most was the care they took in my home. They covered my furniture to protect it from dust and cleaned up thoroughly when the job was done. Professional, honest, and detail-oriented. I truly appreciate the extra effort and would definitely hire them again.

I needed to have a new wall-mounted porch light installed in a hurry after completion of the…read moreexterior paint job on my house. Several other electrical firms didn't respond at all, but luckily Francisco at Alameda Oakland Electrical took the call and jumped into action. His crew was working on a bigger job, leaving him free to take on a small project like mine. Francisco brought the additional timer mechanism I needed and completed the install beautifully in minutes. He knew what he was doing, efficient, professional, friendly, cleaned up the work site, and charged a reasonable price for a same-day service! The business is local to Oakland and family-owned. I appreciated the good customer experience and highly recommend Alameda Oakland Electrical Services!

Fire & Water Damage Recovery

(359 reviews)

We discovered a leaking toilet in our upstairs bathroom was leaking down and causing wet spots in…read morethe ceiling and side wall of our downstairs laundry room. I've never had to use a Water Restoration service before so I browsed trusty Yelp and reached out to Fire & Water Damage. Glad fellow Yelp friend Karen W gave a glowing review! They seem to answer calls 24/7 and I was able to schedule an appointment quickly. Mike was main point of contact and gave us an estimate and scope of work. Basically, they had to tear out the drywall and insulation from the wet area, dry and dehumidify the area for days, and then put on moon suits and remove any mold. We were able to have 2 techs come on a Friday and then let the dehumidifier run over the weekend. We also had to tear out our upper cabinet since the top was damaged by water. On Monday, they came back to remove any leftover mode and patch things up. The total price came in well below the estimate, which is a huge plus. Very happy with the service and efficiency. If you ever suspect you have water damage from leaks, call these guys and get the problem resolved to ensure mold doesn't form or worst, spread. Note that their services are purely restorative - they'll dry out the water-damaged area and get rid of all the mold. You'll need to hire a plumber first to stop the leaks and then afterwards, a drywall contractor to patch up the holes with insulation and new drywall followed by texturing and painting.

If you need a professional team to address an emergency water heater failure that spread water…read moreunderneath ALL of your flooring, you will find expertise and empathy in the team of Justin, Camilo and Sophia. Starting with Justin's prompt inspection, he objectively assessed the damage and walked me through the possibilities and next steps. He was realistic yet reassuring. Then the team of Camilo and Sophia were amazing. Arriving late in the evening they worked for hours on the water remediation job that included pulling off molding/floor boards and setting up fans/dehumidifiers. Despite the scope of the remediation growing, Camilo and Sophia showed their experience by staying calm and just working through the issues. Their professional demeanor and calm made you feel they were taking care of everything and things would turn out ok. The team provides an invaluable service in times of crisis. Bottom line, they will take care of you.

AHSolar Pro Solutions

(67 reviews)

I am writing this review while 5,000+ of my neighbors are suffering through a power outage. Meo and…read moreteam installed my battery backup over the last month, handled all the permitting and everything, and commissioned it Friday. It is three days later - Monday - and my electricity is purring along while we have a power outage expected to last for hours. Incredible timing! The power keeps coming back on and going back out and I haven't even registered a blip on my computer screen. I've been in meetings and working like normal. Amazing timing! AHS was the most reasonable of the four companies I got quotes from. Meo was communicative and good to work with. There were some issues with timeliness and communication with his installers, but they were relatively minor. Thien, the representative who commissioned the system and met the city inspector, was a gem. I definitely recommend this company.

Meo and AHS installed my system in San Mateo back in June. Everyone on the team was very friendly…read moreand knowledgeable and I can't thank them all enough for the efficient communication and install. I received 6 quotes and ultimately went with AHS due to communication during the process - always willing to hop on the phone and answer questions during the search. Highly recommended!

Oakland Rooter & Plumbing

(1.6k reviews)

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Heather S.

9 years ago

I had the best customer experience with Rivera's Heating and Cooling. My old, central air furnace stopped working and was just blowing cold air in the house. I sent a quote request via the yelp app and Marcos replied right away. We made an appointment for him to take a look the next day. He was on time, friendly and very knowledgeable. He explained that my thermostat was broken and the settings on the furnace were stuck. He was able to quickly repair the furnace, replace the thermostat and taught me how to replace the filters. What was really awesome is that he took the time to show me everything he was doing and explained how the system worked. I feel empowered by this as I have a much better understanding of my heating system!! Super reliable, knowledgeable, on time and professional, I highly recommend Marcos and his team. read more

Brianna P.

6 years ago

Rivera's Heating and Air installed my mini split AC and heating unit just before the crazy heat wave of 2020. Now it's late Fall and we're getting hit with icy cold days. My unit has literally been working 24/7 since the day it was installed more than six months ago and I could not be happier with my investment. The install was fast, it looks professional, great care was taken with my property during the installation. Everyone on the team is a pleasure to work with. The unit itself was more expensive than I had initially planned for but, in the end, I'm glad I spent a little more to get such a reliable workhorse. Oh, and it's quiet!! read more

Rob F.

8 years ago

Honestly, the best guy you'll ever meet. Marcos will go above and beyond expectations, all the while with a smile and a fun conversation and most importantly, quality workmanship. Hire Marcos, you will not be disappointed! FIVE BIG STARS! read more

jack s.

6 years ago

They are very responsive and caring. They got back to me immediately, even though they were busy. One of the few HVAC companies that listen to your problem. read more

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We just had Eliott Air demo and remove and ancient gas furnace and expertly install a brand new…read moreelectric heat pump system. This thing is like a rocket ship compared to our old heater and the guys busted their butts to get it right. From the start Alberto was super accommodating, straight forward, honest and nice. He's just a really nice guy! He took the time to listen to my objectives and had great recommendations for the right system that would work for our goals, our home and our budget. Once the proposal was approved, communication was good about calendaring and as the install date drew nearer they had all the equipment and hardware delivered to the house. No delays on account of supply chain issues, yay! Jorge and the installation team showed up when they said they would. They were pleasant to have around and communicated very well. Not only did they fearlessly crawl around in my basement and crawl space, they took the time to try and run the ducting in the cleanest way that would take up the fewest cubic feet of our precious's storage. Totally impressed. Good work!

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Jose and team has quality work and service! I highly recommend Care Heating for anyone doing HVAC…read morework. He team is exceptional and craft is amazing. Also the best value you ever find!

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Richard's Plumbing and Heating

(102 reviews)

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We contacted Richard's team to get a quote for replacing our furnace as we had a newborn in the…read morehouse and we were concerned with the age and poor efficiency of our existing furnace. Daniel stood hands above all other estimators in his consultation and he suggested relocation of furnace to crawl space after learning of our plans to remodel basement to free up valuable floor space for development. He also suggested zoned system to allow future tenant to control heat independently from main floor. Pricing was very competitive and working with the team was straightforward and professional. They showed up on time, consulted with us regularly on progress and left work area spotless. Daniel and team also worked closely with us throughout the install process to accommodate our needs to minimize any potential rework once our remodeling took place. End result is toasty home that is much more comfortable with more even heating at lower cost and we have an additional 100ft for our studio remodel. Thanks Daniel and Richard!

Chris Levering Heating & Air Conditioning

4.7

(196 reviews)

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Chris is very responsive and professional. He is on time for his appointments and is fair with his…read morepricing. Will definitely use his services again when I need heating work.

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I'll definitely use Sean again. He helped me fix a problem with water getting into the vents. I…read morereally appreciate people who don't try to upsell and who efficiently get the job done.

Daniel's Heating and A/C

4.4

(7 reviews)

Daniel was highly recommended to us by our previous HVAC installer who had just retired. We wanted…read moreto install a mini split to heat and cool our second floor. We had a consultation with Daniel at our house where he assessed the best spots for the equipment. His estimate for the job was very fair compared to other bids we had received for similar work. His team was extremely detailed and the project lead Hector took great care to understand our preference for how to run the supply lines and disguise them for aesthetics. They were able to finish the install of an exterior heat pump and three separate indoor units in only two days. Everything is working perfectly and they did well to make the equipment look about as unobtrusive as it possibly can. I would recommend Daniel and his crew to anyone looking for help with a heat pump install.

Great work. I called Daniel on Friday and he showed up on Monday morning to do the work. Daniel…read morecut and flared linesets for my new Mitsubishi mini split, excavated the system, pressurized the system, installed the thermostat, and start up system. No problems, pleasant to work with, good pricing.

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Fantastic service. Quick, affordable. Will definitely use…read moreagain. They are extremely professional, emailed out easy to understand estimates and made the whole project painless

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UPDATE / Follow-up Review: I wanted to share a quick update…read moreto my previous review because Keith's service truly went above and beyond this past week. Shortly after the installation of my new 75-gallon Bradford White water heater, we ran into a very rare manufacturer defect--the control valve was faulty. Despite this being a factory issue and not an installation error, I called Keith and he handled it immediately. He didn't just show up to check it; he took total ownership of the situation. Keith contacted the manufacturer, managed the entire warranty claim process, and secured the replacement part faster than I thought possible. His response was incredibly swift, and his integrity is unmatched. It's easy for a contractor to look good when everything goes right, but you see their true character when something goes wrong. Keith proved himself to be a professional with high ethical standards and outstanding after-sales support. If you want a plumber who stands by his work and looks out for his customers, Keith is the one!

Keith saved my family and I from days of cold showers! Amazing work, friendly, and very…read moreknowledgeable. Keith came to our aid last minute and provided us replacements tool to hold us over until our parts arrived. He went above and beyond to help. I would highly recommend him, to anyone needing assistances! Great value, and service requested.

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